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A History of the Ivory Tower - Big Picture with Jack Atherton
Who needs a degree when common sense should rule the world? Jack Atherton dissects the assumption that intellectuals should lead us, challenging the notion that a diploma is a prerequisite for effective governance. With a mix of humor and historical anecdotes, Jack takes us through the ages, from Socrates in ancient Greece to the famed University of Paris teacher, Peter Abelard, questioning the lasting influence of academia on leadership and decision-making.Jack paints a vivid picture of how universities transitioned from training clergy to being the breeding grounds for political leaders…
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